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University of St. Thomas

University of St. Thomas

Private Catholic university in Minnesota

Marketing & Communications Intern

Fall 2026Deadline 7/27/27
$18/hr
Internship
Bachelor's
Remote in USA
Hybrid

Remote with occasional in-person support for events and content creation; applicants must provide their own transportation to the site.

About the job

Requirements
  • Applicants must be currently pursuing or have recently completed a degree in Strategic Communication, Graphic Design, or Creative Design.
  • Applicants must qualify for federal or state work-study.
  • Experience creating content for social media platforms is preferred.
  • Graphic design skills using Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite are preferred.
  • Basic video shooting and editing skills are preferred.
  • Familiarity with website content management systems such as WordPress is preferred.
  • Applicants must provide their own transportation to the off-campus site.
Responsibilities
  • Write content for Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and other social media platforms.
  • Develop captions, campaign messaging, and promotional content aligned with organizational branding.
  • Assist in planning and maintaining the social media content calendar.
  • Monitor social media trends and recommend creative content ideas.
  • Design graphics for social media, newsletters, events, presentations, flyers, and promotional materials.
  • Maintain consistent branding across visual communications.
  • Create infographics and marketing assets supporting literacy initiatives.
  • Assist in planning, filming, and editing short-form videos and reels.
  • Capture photos and videos during events and community activities when applicable.
  • Develop multimedia content to increase audience engagement.
  • Update website content, graphics, blogs, and event information.
  • Ensure website content remains current and consistent with organizational branding.
  • Assist with website design enhancements and user experience improvements.
  • Assist with collecting organizational impact data.
  • Draft and edit written content for the annual report.
  • Support the layout, graphics, and design of the annual report.
  • Help showcase the organization's programs, achievements, and community impact.
  • Assist with marketing campaigns and outreach initiatives.
  • Support communications for fundraising events and community partnerships.
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute creative ideas.
Desired Qualifications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong creative writing and storytelling abilities.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines.
  • Passion for literacy, education, and nonprofit work.
  • Creativity and innovation.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Initiative and accountability.
  • Collaboration and teamwork.
  • Adaptability.
  • Professional communication.
  • Problem-solving skills.

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University of St. Thomas

University of St. Thomas

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University of St. Thomas is a private Catholic university with campuses in St. Paul, Minneapolis, and Rome. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs across liberal arts, business, engineering, education, law, health, and other disciplines. Teaching, research, student life, and community engagement are shaped by the Catholic intellectual tradition. The university’s employer profile includes faculty research and instruction alongside admissions, student support, athletics, libraries, technology, facilities, and administration, with its Minnesota campuses distinguishing it from similarly named institutions elsewhere.

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